The Jamesport City Council on March 11 approved a payment of $15,000 to resident Freeman Yoder for a piece of property discovered during a survey of the city lake. Yoder requested the payment for the property and additionally asked to keep the existing fence as is. The Council agreed, and a quitclaim deed will be recorded.
City Clerk Shelley Page introduced a proposal to purchase a new computer for city hall, which the board subsequently approved for $1,040. This computer will primarily support water and sewer management software and the printing of bills.
Lisa Colson from the Green Hills Regional Planning Commission discussed how public education on the use tax could benefit the community. Mayor Dana Urton highlighted that cities that have implemented a use tax have successfully recaptured funds for their budgets.
A town hall meeting is scheduled at Jamesport City Park on March 19 at 6 p.m. The purpose is to clarify that Proposition U involves funds already collected by the state from online sales, and is not a new tax.
It has been clarified that the use tax, if approved, would apply to online sales at the same rate of 1.5% currently applied at local storefronts.
Code Enforcement Officer Carly Taul outlined the enforcement procedures for the city’s ordinances. Taul will patrol the city in a marked vehicle to identify ordinance violations, issuing notices to residents regarding necessary corrections. Should compliance not be achieved, Taul will represent the city in any subsequent legal proceedings.
Page mentioned difficulties encountered with a resident refusing to remove vehicles from a city easement, obstructing necessary maintenance to prevent water damage. Following unsuccessful attempts to resolve the issue, contacting the city attorney indicated that a new ordinance might be required to restrict parking on city easement property.
Council Member Brandon Robb proposed the purchase of American flags, with poles and brackets, for $20 each. He suggested acquiring at least 50 flags to ensure adequate display during national holidays such as Independence Day.
